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BE THE ONE
John J. Morris Post 62 partners with Auxiliary to support family dealing with suicide
Peoria, AZ
Learning closely the effects of a suicide raises even more awareness to Be the One. After a recent suicide at..
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OTHER
"America the Beautiful": A timely message superseding the current political times
Nashville, TN
Singer-Songwriter Camille Harrison Honors the Past, Inspires the Future In a time of growing conflict and division in the United States,..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Post 30 remembers 9/11
Lincolnton, NC
Post 30 in Lincolnton, N.C. held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony that included a speech by retired Army Col. Henry Haynes...
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Post 398 of Harlem celebrates its renaming
New York, NY
On Aug. 24, 2024, approximately 175 people gathered at 248 W. 132 St. in Harlem to celebrate the renaming of..
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OTHER
Honoring our friend
Harlingen, TX
On Aug. 13, 2024, our friend and longtime member Antonio "Tony" Gonzales of Post 205 (Harlingen, Texas) passed away. His..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Local veteran re-cycles over 40,000 bicycles for SW Florida needy
Naples, FL
Founded in 1987 in Naples, Bikes for Tykes stemmed from a heartfelt idea: every child, regardless of financial circumstance, deserves..
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HONOR GUARD
John J. Morris Post 62 honor guard supports Luke AFB retirement
Peoria, AZ
On Saturday, Sept. 7, the John J. Morris Post 62 honor guard was invited to do a flag-folding ceremony at..
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OTHER
Battleship for veterans
Cheshire, CT
I am a Life Scout in Troop 92 in Cheshire, Conn., and an alumnus of Connecticut Boys State 2024. I..
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LEGION RIDERS
Legion Riders to present motorcycles to severely wounded veterans
The Villages, FL
American Legion Riders Post 34 (Cave Creek, Ariz.) is partnering with Combat Hero Bike Build to present a motorcycle to..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
National Veteran Golden Age Games 2024
During the last week of August (22-29) of this year, the National Veterans Golden Age Games were held in Salt..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
LCDR Mitch Kempisty (14-year Legion member) highlighted in September 2024 Military Officer magazine
Jacksonville, FL
LCDR Mitch Kempisty, USN, is featured in the September 2024 issue of Military Officer magazine. He is a 14-year member..
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LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders lead with respect for veterans
Peoria, AZ
The John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) Riders lead the way in showing respect for veterans and their families...
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
John J. Morris Post 62 honors veteran of the month Larry Sandmeyer
Peoria, AZ
On Sept. 1, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Larry Sandmeyer as September veteran of the month. On..
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BE THE ONE
John J. Morris Post 62 SAL hosts Be the One Indy race watch party
Peoria, AZ
On Sept. 1, the John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) SAL hosted their first-ever Be the One Indy race..
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BE THE ONE
“Be the One” at Hollywood Bowl
Hollywood , CA
Bringing the message “Be the One” to the world-famous Hollywood Bowl.
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Post pays dues for active-duty member/Navy chaplain for 30 years
Ellwood City, PA
I am so proud of Legion Post 157 in Ellwood City, Pa. The post sent me to Keystone Boys State..
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OUR KOREAN WAR STORY
Proposal for National Day of Recognition for Korean War veterans
New York, NY
In April 2023, after petitioning as a combat-wounded Korean War veteran, I was invited to appear in the State Capitol..
705 views
BE THE ONE
'I don't care if I live or die'
San Pedro, CA
I share his story while wearing my Be the One T-shirt. Early on in my 20 years of service to..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
My Dad, He Was An American Hero
My Dad, He Was An American Hero My Dad, he was seventeen when he signed up, My grandfather signed the papers for..
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OTHER
Find your “why”
Carrollton, GA
I remember the day my father, a Vietnam veteran, said to me, “I forbid you from joining a branch that..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 Publicity Committee presents September Americanism Award
Peoria, AZ
Each month, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) publicity committee reviews nominated businesses in Peoria for the Americanism Award..
606 views
LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders host trophy steal
Peoria, AZ
A week ago, the Post 62 Riders stole the traveling trophy. On Aug. 28, the Riders hosted the trophy steal...
690 views
OTHER
Unit 95 Juniors selling lemonade
Willis, TX
The Junior Auxiliary Unit of Sam Houston Post 95 (Huntsville Texas) showed out at the Willis, Texas, Post 618 Cook-off!..
569 views
WHY I LOVE MY POST
4th Annual Great American Legion Banana Split Celebration
Covington, LA
The 4th Annual Great American Legion Banana Split Celebration was held Aug. 24 to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the..
828 views
COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Raritan Post 23 holds honor ceremony for Marine
Keyport, NJ
A local Keyport, N.J., family requested an honor ceremony for their family member, a Marine killed in an accident 30..
584 views
WWII STORY
William L. Richmond's WWII USMC service
Middletown, NJ
William Laurence Gardell served in the Marines from 1942 to 1946 during World War II. William or "Billy" Richmond attempted..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Vets help Canton teen reach dream of joining Marines
Canton, GA
Alex Williams has always looked for answers. At 18 with parents who haven’t been able to care for him and..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Arlington their home today
Waco, TX
In Arlington’s hallowed ground, where silence reigns supreme, Rest the souls of heroes past, in a solemn, timeless dream. Rows upon rows..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
The Legion Hall
Waco, TX
In the dim light of the Legion hall, We sit, shadows of wars past, Each of us alone with memories, Silent bonds that..
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VOLUNTEERING
Creekview High School varsity football team spends day on veteran projects
Canton, GA
Again this year, the varsity football team from Creekview High School in Cherokee County, Ga., spent the day staining disabled..
783 views
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